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Frontrunner Professional Book of Memories V4en-gbHerman Woodshttp://decluefuneralhome.com/book-of-memories/3427464/Woods-Herman/service-details.php
Herman C. Woods of Potosi, Missouri was born on January 15, 1930 in Shirley, Missouri, a son to the late Lawrence Woods and Florence (Cole) Woods. On December 2, 1955, Herman was united in marriage to Pearl F. Halbert and they shared sixty-one years together. Herman entered eternal rest on Tuesday, February 13, 2018 at the age of eighty-eight.
Herman grew up in Shirley where he learned to farm and probably caused a little mischief from the stories he shared in his golden years. He served his country in the United States Air Force. Herman retired from Union Pacific Railroad in DeSoto. After retirement, he enjoyed cutting wood and working with his cattle. There was never a fence that he could not fix with duct tape and bailing twine. Herman enjoyed watching sports and was always up for a good debate about which team would win whatever championship was on the line. Herman will be greatly missed by his family.
Herman is survived by one son, Bruce (Kathy) Woods of Potosi; two grandchildren: John Woods and Tiffany Woods both of Potosi; one sister, Irma Lee Tedder of Desloge; special nephew Mike (Diane) McKinnley of Farmington; also surviving are other relatives and friends.
In addition to his father and mother, Herman was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Pearl on February 6, 2017; one brother, Truman (Joy) Woods; two brothers-in-law: Bob Tedder and Frank McKinnley.
The family will receive friends on Wednesday, February 14, 2018 from 4:30 until 8:00 p.m. and Thursday, February 15, from 12 p.m. until 2 p.m. at the DeClue Funeral Home.
A Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, February 15, 2018 at 2 p.m. held in the DeClue Memorial Chapel with Pastor Jeff Richards officiating.
Interment and final prayers will be held in the Palmer Cemetery. Full military honors will be presented by the U.S. Air Force and Local VFW Post#6996. Funeral Arrangements were respectfully entrusted to the care and direction of the DeClue Funeral Home.]]>current_serviceTue, 13 Feb 2018 00:00:00 EST3427464January 15, 1930February 13, 2018Gussie Mackleyhttp://decluefuneralhome.com/book-of-memories/3429645/Mackley-Gussie-/service-details.php
Gussie Geraldine Mackley of Potosi, Missouri was born on December 25, 1937 in Cadet, Missouri, a daughter to the late Bufford L. Nickles and the late Alma May (Burnia) Nickles.
Gussie entered eternal rest on Sunday, February 10, 2018 at the age of eighty years.
Gussie is survived by her two brothers: Bufford (Patty) Nickles of Bonne Terre and Tom Nickles of Potosi; also surviving are nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, Gussie was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Vernon Mackley and one brother, Carl Leroy Nickles.
Visitiation was held Friday, February 16, 2018 from 1-3 p.m. at the DeClue Funeral Home.
A Memorial Service followed beginning at 3 p.m. Officiated by Elder Leonard Compton.
Interment and final prayers was held in the New Diggins Cemetery. Funeral Arrangements were entrusted to the care and direction of the DeClue Funeral Home, Potosi, MO.]]>current_serviceSat, 10 Feb 2018 00:00:00 EST3429645December 25, 1937February 10, 2018Mary Doddhttp://decluefuneralhome.com/book-of-memories/3426162/Dodd-Mary/service-details.php
Mary Joan Dodd of Farmington, Missouri was born on November 15, 1945 in Ironton, Missouri, a daughter to the late Stephen Leo Sucharski and the late Elsie Louise (Goggin) Sucharski. On October 2, 1970, Mary was united in marriage to Robert Dale Dodd.
Mary departed this life surrounded in love by her family on Friday, February 9, 2018 in Farmington having reached the age of seventy-two years, two months and twenty-six days.
As the oldest of nine children, Mary was a life-long caregiver and later became a nurse. Throughout her nursing career, she worked at Mineral Area Hospital, Ironton Hospital, AmHeart Hospice, and Potosi Manor. Over the years, she attended to and cared for many, both at work and outside of work. At the age of sixty-one, Mary was diagnosed with breast cancer. Throughout her illness, she never stopped working and continued to care for others. At that time, she was working for AmHeart Hospice. She attended to those that were crossing over all the while suffering a potentially fatal disease herself. She was in remission for the remainder of her life.
In retirement, Mary enjoyed going to church, spending time with her family, her daughters, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. She continued to volunteer for Preferred Hospice by visiting those in the community who were leaving this life. When she could no longer get around, she volunteered for the organization by doing paperwork at her kitchen table.
Mary was quite the talker and an inspiration to all that knew her. She never met a stranger, had a contagious laugh, loved with all her might, and had a heart of gold.
Survivors include: two daughters: Stephenie Louise (Brock) Tucker of Farmington, Tina Marie (Ron) Kightlinger of Park Hills; four grandchildren: Amber (Bryan) Elliott, Ryan Woods, Zakary and Derek Dodd; three bonus grandchildren: Dean, Jacob and Cassie Kightlinger; two great grandchildren: Myles and Briar Elliott; grandchild to be, Chancelor Dale Dodd; six siblings: Linda (Paul) Lashley of Caledonia, Allan (Wanda) Sucharski of Farmington, David (Aida) Sucharshi of Texas, Sue Roney of Farmington, Betty (Steve) Brown of Jackson, Missouri, Dorothy (Amanda) Sucharski of Port Orchard, Washington; five sisters-in-law: Kimi Sucharski of Indian Mound, Tennessee, Alta Dodd of Farmington, Jean Haderlein of DeSoto, Carolyn (Jodie) Jackson of Caledonia, Marcy (Neil) Isgrig of Caledonia. Mary was a loving aunt, cousin and friend to many.
In addition to her parents, Mary was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Robert Dale Dodd; two grandchildren: Adrien and Tyler; four brothers: Stephen, Stanley, Patrick and James Sucharski; three brothers-in-law: Mike Roney, Dwayne Dodd and Jim Dodd; sister-in-law: Doris Eulentrop.
Memorial Visitation will be held on Tuesday, February 13, 2018 from 10 a.m. until 12 p.m. at the DeClue Funeral Home.
A Memorial Service will follow the visitation on Tuesday at 12 p.m. at the DeClue Memorial Chapel with Pastor Trevor Kean officiating.
Interment and final prayers will be held in the St. Francois Memorial Park. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to the care and direction of the DeClue Funeral Home, Potosi, Missouri.]]>current_serviceFri, 09 Feb 2018 00:00:00 EST3426162November 15, 1945February 09, 2018Marcella Hollinsworthhttp://decluefuneralhome.com/book-of-memories/3424712/Hollinsworth-Marcella/service-details.php
Clara Marcella Hollinsworth was born on March 5, 1933, a daughter to the late John Wickerham and the late Margaret (Missey) Wickerham. On July 15, 1951, Marcella was united in marriage to Perry “Junior” Hollinsworth.
Marcella entered eternal rest on Wednesday, February 7, 2018 at the Potosi Manor Nursing Home at the age of eighty-four.
Marcella is survived by two half-sisters: Shirley and Bobbi; sisters-in-law: Beulah Hollinsworth and Mary Hollinsworth; two brothers-in-law: Dennis Hawkins and Cleo Hayes; special nephews and nieces: Doug (Connie) Hollinsworth and Carl (Geneva) Courtois; also surviving are many other dear nephews and nieces.
In addition to her father and mother, Marcella was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Junior; three brothers: Hank, Ray and Gene Wickerham; sisters: Mary Lucille Courtois and Faye; sisters-in-law: Wilma Hayes, Patricia Hawkins and Geneva (Bunch) Sanderson; brothers-in-law: Willard, Leonard, Stanley and Bill Hollinsworth and Don Bunch.
The family will receive friends on Saturday evening, February 10, 2018 from 4:30-8:00 p.m. and Sunday, February 11, from 11:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m.
A Funeral Service will be held on Sunday, February 11, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. held in the DeClue Memorial Chapel with Elder Leonard Compton officiating.
Interment and final prayers will be held in the Grassy Hollow Cemetery. Funeral Arrangements were respectfully entrusted into the care and direction of the DeClue Funeral Home, Potosi, MO.]]>current_serviceWed, 07 Feb 2018 00:00:00 EST3424712March 05, 1933February 07, 2018Virgie Massie (Welker)http://decluefuneralhome.com/book-of-memories/3422676/Massie-Welker-Virgie/service-details.php
Virgie Marie Massie (Welker), of Potosi, Missouri was born on May 14, 1938 a daughter to the late Dorothy (Rulo) Politte and the late Francis Politte. On June 22, 1957, Virgie was united in marriage to the love of her life, William Woodrow “Woody” Massie and they shared nearly forty-one years together and four children were born to this union. After Woody’s passing, Virgie later re-married Sterling Dale Welker on February 14, 2009 and they shared nearly nine years together. Virgie went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, February 6, 2018 at her home surrounded by her family at the age of seventy-nine.
Survivors include her husband, Dale Welker of Potosi; four children: Rebecca Boyer of Potosi, Vicki (Donnie) Hawkins of Herculaneum, Kim Massie of Potosi, Benji Massie and Erin Koch of Potosi; brother, Herman Politte of Cadet; three sisters: Clara Pennington of Potosi, Clarice (David) Buckley of Belgrade, Annie (Dave) Fenstermaker of Ebo; five grandchildren: Josh (Katie) Mapes, Brad Hawkins, Ashley (Chad) Moss, Keagen Massie, Malachi Peppers; five great grandchildren: Aubree, Aniston, Rhenn, Mila and Alli; brother-in-law and sister-in-law: Delmar and JoAnna Fenwick; also surviving are nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
In addition to her parents, Virgie was preceded in death by her first husband, William “Woody” Massie; two brothers: Larry Politte and Gary Politte; three sisters: Judy Boyer, Mary Skaggs and Leoma Huskey; sisters-in-law: JoAnn Politte and Debbie Massie; brothers –in-law: Ennis Pennington, Chuck Boyer and Gene Huskey.
Virgie worked for Kennon’s Café, the IGA and Karsch’s where she retired from with over thirty years of service. Virgie was very active throughout many community clubs and organizations such as: TOPS, 12 – O’Lier and the Red Hats. She was a huge supporter of the Sayers Senior Center and was the life of the party anywhere she went.
Virgie was well known for her peanut brittle which she made for years. Her famous peanut brittle was one of the greatest fundraisers that assisted in paying off her church’s debt. Another joy of hers as well as the whole community was her annual Christmas display. Christmas was one of her favorite times of the year. Virgie enjoyed playing her accordion. She delighted in performing for friends and family and making them smile.
Virgie was a devoted Christian and loved her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ with all of her heart. She loved playing the piano and singing in church. Virgie was a proud grandmother. Her greatest joy was spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Her family meant the world to her. Virgie fought a good fight, kept her faith and finished her course. Her memory will live on in the legacy that she left.
The family will receive friends on Thursday, February 8, 2018 from 3-8 p.m. and Friday, February 9, from 9-11 a.m. at the DeClue Funeral Home.
A Funeral Service will be held on Friday, February 9, 2018 at 11 a.m. held in the DeClue Memorial Chapel.
Interment and final prayers will be held in the Sunset Hill Cemetery. Funeral arrangements were respectfully entrusted to the care and direction of the DeClue Funeral Home, Potosi, MO.]]>current_serviceTue, 06 Feb 2018 00:00:00 EST3422676May 14, 1938February 06, 2018Clarence Edward Skileshttp://decluefuneralhome.com/book-of-memories/3420269/Skiles-Clarence-Edward/service-details.php
Clarence Edward Skiles of Mineral Point, Mo. was born on November 6, 1934 in Mineral Point a son to the late Frank "Boss" Skiles and the late Maude Ellen (Cantrell) Skiles. On June 15, 1956 Edward was united in marriage to Mary Jane Smith and they shared fifty-nine years together. Edward passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 1, 2018 at the Washington County Memorial Hospital at the age of eighty-three.
Survivors include his three sons: David Skiles and Anita Portell, John (Joy) Skiles, Frank (Lynn) Skiles; daughter/niece, Ruthie (Thomas) Skiles-Remley; sister, Ruby (Bill) Smith; grandchildren: Jennifer (Kris) Tucker, Frankie Skiles, Bryan (Melissa) Benson, Nathaniel (Sandra) Skiles, Mary Ellen (Doug) Lawson, Michael Skiles, Justin (Andrew) Ross and Jeannie Wisdom;great grandchildren: Alyson, Jayden, Tucker, Connor, Fletcher, Trinity, Dougie, Madelynn, Lily, Tessa, William and Adeline; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law: Richard (Hazel) Smith and John (Sharon) Smith; also surviving are nieces, nephews extended family and friends who will miss him.
In addition to his parents, Edward was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Mary Jane Skiles; brothers: Floyd Skiles and Francois Skiles; sister-in-law, Margaret Skiles.
Visitation will be Saturday, February 3, 2018 from 4:30-8:00 p.m. and Sunday, February 4, from 11:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. at the DeClue Funeral Home.
A Funeral Service will be held on Sunday, February 4, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. held in the DeClue Memorial Chapel with Pastor Kenny Gamble officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials are directed to the Caring Hearts Pregnancy Resource Center of Potosi or to Celebrate Recovery. Memorial envelopes will be available at the funeral home.
Interment and final prayers will be held in the Hopewell Cemetery. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to the care and direction of the DeClue Funeral Home.]]>current_serviceThu, 01 Feb 2018 00:00:00 EST3420269November 06, 1934February 01, 2018Thomas Shepardhttp://decluefuneralhome.com/book-of-memories/3416702/Shepard-Thomas/service-details.php
Thomas Thurman Shepard of Bismarck, Missouri was born on March 15, 1951 in Potosi, Missouri, a son to the late Thurman Shepard and Johanna (Topolewski) Shepard. Tom was united in marriage to Marlene Becker on November 14, 1970 and they shared forty-seven years together. Tom passed away on Monday, January 29, 2018 at the age of sixty-six.
In addition to his parents, Tom was preceded in death by his wife, Marlene Shepard; granddaughter, Gabrielle Ann Shepard; sisters: Dorcus Walton, Donna Kay Shepard and Rebecca Cain; brother-in-law: Nick Knowles.
Survivors include his son, Richard (Barbara) Shepard; Victoria (Bruce) Morgan; three brothers: Stephen Shepard, Timothy (Pam) Shepard, John Shepard; sisters: Shirley Knowles, Angela (Michael) Volner, Sandra (Dean) Shelton; granddaughter: Jordan Shepard; also surviving are brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be Tuesday, January 30, 2018 from 4:30-8:00 p.m. and Wednesday, January 31, from 9:00-11:00 a.m. at the DeClue Funeral Home.
A Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, January 31, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. held in the DeClue Memorial Chapel with Pastor Trevor Kean officiating.
Interment and final prayers will be held in the Calvary Cemetery. Funeral Arrangements were entrusted to the care and direction of the DeClue Funeral Home. View the video tribute and leave online condolences at decluefuneralhome.com]]>current_serviceMon, 29 Jan 2018 00:00:00 EST3416702March 15, 1951January 29, 2018Rosie Skaggshttp://decluefuneralhome.com/book-of-memories/3416278/Skaggs-Rosie/service-details.php
Rosie Skaggs of Mineral Point, Missouri was born on January 14, 1945 in St. Louis, a daughter to the late Albert Ellis and the late Rosalie (Young) Ellis. Rosie entered eternal rest on Saturday, January 27, 2018 at the Georgian Gardens Nursing Home at the age of seventy-three.
In addition to her parents, Rosie was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Samuel “Sammy” Skaggs; two granddaughters: Abbey Skaggs and Lorrie Kley; and her mother-in-law, Sarah Skaggs.
Rosie is survived by three sons: David (Joanie) Skaggs, Robert Skaggs and Michael Skaggs; brother, Charlie Ellis; eight grandchildren: Sabrina Skaggs, Keela Skaggs, David “Bubba” Skaggs Jr., Rose Skaggs, Stanley Skaggs, Jeff Skaggs, Robert Skaggs Jr. and Victoria Kley; also surviving are many great grandchildren; sister-in-law, Iva Kemper and brother-in-law, Donnie Skaggs.
Visitation will be Wednesday, January 31, 2018 from 4:30-8:00 p.m. and Thursday, February 1, 2018 from 9:00-11:00 a.m. at the DeClue Funeral Home.
A Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, February 1, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. held in the DeClue Memorial Chapel with Pastor Don Strauser officiating.
Interment and final prayers will be held in the New Diggins Cemetery. Funeral arrangements were entrusted into the care and direction of the DeClue Funeral Home. Online condolences can be made at decluefuneralhome.com]]>current_serviceSat, 27 Jan 2018 00:00:00 EST3416278January 14, 1945January 27, 2018